CLASSIFICATION OF JOINTS (S_A_D)

Question 1

S_A_D
(functional classification of joints)

Answer 1

S = No movement
A = Little movement
D = Free movement

Question 2

1. Synarthrosis

Answer 2

Head > No movemet

Question 3

2. Amphiarthrotic

Answer 3

Pelvic joint > Little movement

Question 4

3. Diarthosis

Answer 4

Limbs > Free movement

Question 5

Name the 3 ‘structural’ classification of joints

Answer 5

1. Fibrous joint
2. cartilaginous joint
3. Synovial joints

Question 6

Frbrous joints structure are ______& ______

Answer 6

1. synarthrosis (head)
   OR
2. Amphiarthrosis (pelvic)

Question 7

Cartilaginous joints structure are _______&_______

Answer 7

1. Diarthosis (limbs)
   OR
2. Amphiarthrosis (pelvic)

Question 8

1. What is a ‘synovial joint’?
2. Give example

Answer 8

Both joint bones covered with hyaline cartilage

Eg., Femur & Tibia joint

Question 9

Synovial joints have a space filled with fluid to prevent what?
(synavial cavity = synovial fluid)

Answer 9

Bone friction

Question 10

T/F
All synovial joints are Diarthroses (limbs)

Answer 10

TRUE

Question 11

1. What causes ‘Arthritis’?
2. What are the effects of arthritis?

Answer 11

1. Inflammation of the joint
2. Pain & Decrease range of motion

Question 12

LIst 3 factors that affect Osteoarthritis?

Answer 12

_ Wear & tear
_ Obesity
_ Age (>65)